Treat your guests to a private dining experience that only Downtown Chicago can deliver. From industrial lofts near the Loop to restaurants along the Chicago River, these spaces are great for hosting birthday parties, small weddings, or corporate events. You can expect custom menus, exceptional service, and settings that are memorable. Use Tagvenue to find and book top private dining rooms in Downtown Chicago.
Booking costs of private dining rooms average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Downtown Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:
| From $2500 | to $15750 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $95 | per person |
| From $250 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:
Whole Venue at The Tavern Club at 333
in Streeterville - rated 5/5
Venue said: Host a business meeting with an unprecedented view of downtown Chicago, a cocktail party with a fully-stocked high-end bar, or a family gathering in the heart of the city.
Full Buyout at Howl at the Moon, Chicago
in River North - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Katie was incredibly responsive as an event planner for the venue, and the experience was a ton of fun.’
Des Plaines River at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown
in Streeterville - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: Catering is provided onsite. All of our breakout rooms are conveniently located on the same floor (Meeting Level) as the Chicago River Ballroom. Access to the meeting level is via elevator from the ground floor entrance and...
You'll find private dining rooms in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Downtown Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 120 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 135 guests | prices average $18000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in January 2026
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